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Medical Assistant Jobs in Nebraska

$38K median salary • Top employers hiring now

Nebraska's healthcare industry employs approximately 125,000 workers in America's heartland. Nebraska Medicine/UNMC in Omaha achieved national prominence for biocontainment and pandemic response. CHI Health (CommonSpirit) and Bryan Health provide statewide coverage. The state ranks 14th in health outcomes—among the healthiest in the nation. Omaha and Lincoln anchor urban healthcare while vast rural Nebraska relies on critical access hospitals serving agricultural communities.

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$38K
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Nebraska Healthcare Industry

Understanding the NE healthcare job market:

Nebraska's healthcare industry employs approximately 125,000 workers in America's heartland. Nebraska Medicine/UNMC in Omaha achieved national prominence for biocontainment and pandemic response. CHI Health (CommonSpirit) and Bryan Health provide statewide coverage. The state ranks 14th in health outcomes—among the healthiest in the nation. Omaha and Lincoln anchor urban healthcare while vast rural Nebraska relies on critical access hospitals serving agricultural communities.

125,000
Healthcare Workers
94
Hospitals
#14
Health Ranking
90.0%
Cost of Living

Medical Assistant Salary in Nebraska

NE salary ranges by experience level:

Salary by Experience

Entry-Level
(0-1 years)
$30,000
Mid-Level
(2-4 years)
$38,000
Experienced
(5+ years)
$44,000

What Affects Your Salary

Omaha pays highest with Nebraska Medicine and CHI Health competition. Lincoln offers solid wages in university town. Cost of living at 90% of average makes salaries stretch well. Rural Nebraska pays less but cost of living is minimal. Meatpacking communities value bilingual Spanish skills. Nebraska Medicine's national prominence attracts talent.

Top Medical Assistant Employers in Nebraska

Nebraska features UNMC's national prominence and statewide health networks:

Nebraska Medicine

65 hires/yr

Omaha

UNMC's clinical partner—nationally prominent for biocontainment and infectious disease. CMAs work in academic environment with unique specialties. State employee benefits available. Led national COVID response.

CHI Health

85 hires/yr

Omaha, Lincoln, statewide (14 hospitals)

Part of CommonSpirit—nation's largest Catholic system. 14 Nebraska hospitals with extensive clinic network. CMAs have statewide mobility. Faith-based mission with comprehensive benefits.

Bryan Health

45 hires/yr

Lincoln, Southeast Nebraska

Lincoln's independent health system serving Big Red country. CMAs enjoy Husker community with strong local employer. Independent system with community focus.

Methodist Health System

40 hires/yr

Omaha

Omaha's Methodist-affiliated health system. CMAs serve Omaha community with faith-based mission. Part of Omaha's competitive healthcare market.

Children's Hospital & Medical Center

25 hires/yr

Omaha

Nebraska's pediatric specialty hospital. CMAs specialize in pediatric clinical skills. Meaningful mission serving children across the region.

CHI Health Good Samaritan

20 hires/yr

Kearney, Central Nebraska

Central Nebraska's regional medical center. CMAs serve agricultural heartland. College town (UNK) with affordable living.

NE Job Market by Region

Where the jobs are in Nebraska:

Region Annual Openings % of State
Omaha Metro360+50%
Lincoln145+20%
Grand Island50+7%
Kearney40+6%
North Platte25+3%
Scottsbluff25+3%

Success Stories from Nebraska

“Nebraska Medicine made national news for Ebola treatment and COVID response—that's the caliber of institution I work for. I do vitals, EKGs, and patient prep in an academic setting. Omaha is incredibly affordable for a major city. UNMC's reputation is growing nationally, and I'm part of it.”

Emily K.

Clinical Medical Assistant

Nebraska Medicine

Started at $36K at UNMC. National prominence in affordable Omaha.

“South Omaha has a huge Hispanic community—my Spanish is essential every day. OneWorld serves families who might not access healthcare otherwise. The FQHC mission is real here. Omaha's cost of living means my salary goes far. I'm making a difference in my own community.”

Luis M.

Bilingual CMA

OneWorld Community Health

Earning $38K with bilingual premium. Community health impact in affordable city.

Frequently Asked Questions

How prestigious is Nebraska Medicine/UNMC?
Increasingly national. UNMC led Ebola treatment and COVID response—putting Nebraska on the medical map. Biocontainment and infectious disease programs are world-class. Growing reputation with heartland affordability.
How affordable is Nebraska for CMAs?
Very affordable. Nebraska's cost of living is 90% of national average. Omaha is remarkably cheap for a metro of 1 million. Lincoln is equally affordable. Rural Nebraska is even cheaper. CMA salaries stretch far.
Is Omaha or Lincoln better for CMA careers?
Omaha has more jobs (50% of state), Nebraska Medicine prestige, and metro amenities. Lincoln offers Husker university town culture with Bryan Health and CHI. Both are affordable. Choose based on city size preference.
What about rural Nebraska opportunities?
Nebraska has 65 critical access hospitals serving agricultural communities. Rural CMAs find immediate employment. Meatpacking towns value bilingual Spanish. Cost of living is minimal. Not for everyone but opportunities exist.
What's the job outlook for CMAs in Nebraska?
Nebraska's CMA market grows at 8% annually with 720+ openings. UNMC and CHI Health expand. Rural shortages persist. #14 health ranking reflects healthcare investment. Strong outlook through 2034.

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Start Your Clinical Healthcare Career in Nebraska

Nebraska's healthcare industry employs approximately 125,000 workers in America's heartland. Nebraska Medicine/UNMC in Omaha achieved national prominence for biocontainment and pandemic response. CHI Health (CommonSpirit) and Bryan Health provide statewide coverage. The state ranks 14th in health outcomes—among the healthiest in the nation. Omaha and Lincoln anchor urban healthcare while vast rural Nebraska relies on critical access hospitals serving agricultural communities.

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